Open City Documentary Festival 2026 – Volunteers

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Open City Documentary Festival is an annual celebration which creates an open space in London to nurture and champion the art of non-fiction cinema. We are looking for enthusiastic and proactive volunteers to help us deliver our 16th edition which will take place from 14-19 April  in venues across London.   

Application closing date: 16 March (midnight)

Expenses covered (up to £10/day) on food and travel 

As a festival volunteer, you’ll have the opportunity to meet filmmakers and industry professionals, work alongside likeminded people, and go behind the scenes to gain hands-on experience of delivering a week-long film festival.   

Volunteer Roles include: 

  • Cinema Venue Assistant 
  • Expanded Realities Exhibition Assistant
  • Expanded Realities Exhibition Docent [resetting a project, and supporting minor craft repairs]
  • Photographer 
  • Marketing Assistant 
  • Guest Hospitality 

If you are passionate about film and arts, and keen to be involved, please register your interest via this form.

If you have any questions please get in touch with us at volunteers@opencitylondon.com.